Paul Walker was a hands-on philanthropist, founding the disaster relief group Reach Out Worldwide. He didn't just lend his name, he personally traveled to places like Haiti and Chile to help after natural disasters. Friends and co-stars remember him as a genuinely laid-back and kind-hearted guy who used his passion for cars to make a real difference. | © Universal Studios
Pedro Pascal has won over the internet with his incredibly sweet and supportive nature, especially toward his sister. He's a vocal champion for LGBTQ+ rights and talks often about how much his family means to him. On set, that translates into being a fun, caring collaborator, and his genuine love for his work and his fans is completely contagious. | © HBO
Henry Cavill is a genuine fan at heart, which shows in how he treats both his roles and his followers. He makes a point of shaking hands with every single crew member when a project begins and ends. That down-to-earth, respectful approach makes the pressure of playing iconic characters look easy. | © Netflix
Patrick Stewart channels his own difficult childhood into fierce advocacy, working closely with the charity Refuge. He’s beloved on set for his professionalism and his surprisingly warm, playful humor. That iconic voice of his champions the vulnerable, turning personal history into powerful support for others. | © CBS
Viggo Mortensen is the rare actor who forms bonds with people and animals. When he grew attached to the horse he rode in Lord of the Rings, he bought it, and then purchased the horse for Arwen's stunt double, too, knowing she couldn't afford it. His quiet, consistent generosity is something every co-star and crew member remembers about him. | © New Line Cinema
George Clooney's legendary loyalty is as real as his humanitarian work. Famously, he once thanked fourteen old friends for their early support by giving each a million dollars. He uses his global platform not for glamour, but to tirelessly advocate for human rights and refugees worldwide. | © Paramount Pictures
Ryan Reynolds uses his sharp wit for good, regularly supporting Make-A-Wish and children's hospitals. He stays remarkably down-to-earth for an A-lister, keeping his public persona playful and self-deprecating. On set, that same genuine kindness extends to the crew, where he's known for his loyalty and respect. | © Netflix
Steve Carell really is the down-to-earth, nice guy he plays on screen. He even owns a general store in Massachusetts where he'll sometimes work the register and chat with customers. His Office co-stars have always said he was a gracious leader on set, and he's deliberately built a Hollywood career that never gets in the way of his quiet family life back home. | © NBC
Robin Williams was a genuine force of joy, both on and off the stage. Few people knew he quietly included a rider in his contracts to have homeless people hired on film sets. He also spent countless hours cheering up sick children in hospitals and visiting troops overseas, never seeking any credit for it. His legacy is one of profound, quiet generosity behind all that laughter. | © 20th Century Studios
Denzel Washington's generosity often happens away from the cameras, rooted in his quiet faith. He's privately funded the educations of many young actors, famously covering Chadwick Boseman's tuition for a theater program at Oxford. For decades, he's also been a steadfast supporter of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America, carrying himself with a dignified grace that never feels unapproachable. | © Bron Creative
Tom Hanks is called the nicest guy in Hollywood, and he’s earned that title over decades. Whether he's casually chatting with fans or famously crashing a stranger's wedding in Central Park, his warmth feels completely genuine. On set, he’s known for making a point to learn every single crew member's name, a simple habit that shows how much he values the people around him. | © Paramount Pictures
Dwayne Johnson carries his fame with a refreshing sense of gratitude. He regularly pauses film productions or stops on the street to ensure he meets waiting fans. His generosity is just as big off-camera, from surprising people with cars to sharing constant positivity with his millions of followers. | © Netflix
Steve Buscemi’s decency runs deep, tracing back to his years as a New York City firefighter. When 9/11 struck, he quietly returned to his old firehouse to work exhausting twelve-hour shifts in the rubble at Ground Zero. He never sought recognition for it, refusing all interviews, which only underscores the profound sincerity of his character. | © Canal+
John Cena has leveraged his celebrity to become the undisputed champion of wish-granting for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. He’s personally fulfilled more than 650 wishes for children, investing an enormous amount of his own time into every single meeting. His commitment to these young fans is truly in a league of its own, as he always ensures each child walks away feeling like a superstar. | © Amazon Studios
Hugh Jackman has built an incredible reputation as a genuinely kind guy, a real feat considering his global fame as Wolverine. He backs up that nice-guy image by founding Laughing Man Coffee to support fair trade farmers and jumping into charity work whenever he can. Everyone from co-stars to crew members will tell you he’s famously polite and grounded, treating everyone on set with respect. | © Marvel Studios
Great actors are even better when they're genuinely great people. These fifteen men have built their legacies not just on talent, but on a consistent, real-world kindness that fans and co-workers never forget. Here are the nicest guys in Hollywood history.
